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Materials Science
October 24, 2022

Common Autoclave Compatible Materials

Keep patients safe! Find out what materials can withstand an autoclave’s blistering heat and steam.
By Protolabs
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Tech Tips
October 12, 2022

Working with Sheet Metal Tolerances

Precision in sheet metal parts is possible, but it takes knowing some important design guidelines to get the parts you want. Fundamental to that is understanding tolerance.
By Protolabs
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How to Improve Surface Finish on Machined Parts
Tech Tips
October 6, 2021

How to Improve Surface Finish on Machined Parts

Machined surface finishes are typically adequate for most parts, but sometimes the standard finish needs to be modified for aesthetic or functional purposes.
By Protolabs
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Supply Chain award from SDCE
Supply Chain
June 16, 2021

Protolabs and Breathe99 recognized as 2021 Top Supply Chain Project

Our work with Breathe99 during the pandemic was recognized as a “Top Supply Chain Project” in 2021.
By Protolabs
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Traix TraceTag contact-tracing device
Q+A
March 30, 2021

Triax Technologies Creates Innovative Contact Tracing Device

Triax Technologies' TraceTag device helps maintain social distancing on construction jobsites.
By Protolabs
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Drone air taxi
Eye on Innovation
February 12, 2021

Emerging Industry Trends Include Drones, Self-Driving Vehicles, Med Device Customization

We break down some of the top growing trends in the aviation, automotive, and medical sectors expected to spike in the coming months and years
By Nicole Hopper
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Post-Printing for Polyjet
Digital Manufacturing
July 17, 2020

Post-Printing Automation Accelerates PolyJet Process

Post-printing automation accelerates PolyJet's 3D printing process and improves efficiencies.
By Ryan Hoag
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Quick-turn injection molding
Supply Chain
April 1, 2020

Medical Manufacturing Speed, Agility Crucial During Pandemic

As the medical industry faces unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers are stepping up to help with supply chain disruption and shortages.
By Chris Stevens
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medical device prototyping
Materials Matchup
September 6, 2019

PEEK, PEI, LSR, and Other Material Options for Medical Prototyping

Consider materials along with manufacturing processes for medical device prototyping.
By Nicole Hopper
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international aerospace quality group
Supply Chain
May 25, 2017

AS9100 Certification Shows That Aerospace Suppliers Are Fit to Fly

AS9100 certification plays key quality role in assuring aerospace companies that suppliers meet industry standards.
By Protolabs
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mlb mobile app
Eye on Innovation
May 25, 2017

MLB Teams up with AR Technology to Enhance the Ballpark Experience

Major League Baseball adds augmented reality graphics to its popular At Bat app to provide fans with live stats and player information.
By Nicole Hopper
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